IMCS - International Mountain Climbing School

08/10/2026

Sponsored by Big Day Brewing Company and presented by Mountain Sports Lab and Specialized bikes.

Whether it’s rock, ice, or singletrack, we love showing up for the Mount Washington Valley outdoor community.

For the past 4 years, we’ve fielded a team at the 24 Hours of Great Glen mountain bike race—an endurance race in the region like no other where solo riders and teams of two, four, and five vie for podium position by completing the most laps in the shortest amount of time.

IMCS co-owner Lisa McCoy has been part of the race since its comeback, now serving as race registrar and announcer. This year our team took to the course with office manager Matt Yosca, long-time guide Chris Magness, former IME staff Lauren Garlough, and friends Ryan Jean of Cathedral Ledge Contracting and Andy Hannon. Paul McCoy served on the volunteer timing and registration crews. 

Thanks to Big Day Brewing Company, Mountain Sports Lab, and Specialized Bikes for keeping this race going strong at Great Glen Trails and to everyone who raced, volunteered, and cheered alongside us.

See you on the course in 2027!

08/06/2026

Throwback Thursday Day 2! A quick story from Rick and his guiding days, watch out for loose flakes!

07/30/2026

Throwback Thursday Pt. 1! A quick story from our very own Rick Wilcox and how he came to be the owner of IME!

07/20/2026

Stoked to support the Mount Washington Observatory and participate in their annual Seek the Peak fundraiser!

This year’s fundraiser surpassed its goal of $260,000, raising an incredible $277,600 to support the Mount Washington Observatory.

For the first time in nearly 20 years, Mount Washington Observatory (MWOBS) awarded the Barbara and Bradford Washburn Award to former IMCS co-owner Rick Wilcox.

Rick, the current owner of International Mountain Equipment and former president of Mountain Rescue Service for 40 years, was recognized for his outstanding service to the Mount Washington Valley and the greater climbing community.

It was wonderful to see Rick honored in this capacity for his lifelong dedication to the climbing community.

07/14/2026

Stoked for this!

Signed up for Seek the Peak and want to spend the morning climbing? Join Arc'teryx and local guide partners from IMCS - International Mountain Climbing School for a morning of climbing leading up to Seek the Peak's Après gathering! Team members from Arc'teryx Boston will also be at the celebration, so be sure to say hello! Thank you to Arc'teryx and IMCS for their support of Seek the Peak. For more information on the climbing clinics, visit https://community-events.arcteryx.com/seekthepeak. 🧗‍♂

05/04/2026

Join us on this truly unique trekking adventure through varied landscapes and breathtaking vistas. Plus spend some time in Reykjavik on either end of the trek.

This six day trek (nine day total trip) is one for the books. You can find all the nitty gritty trip details on our website (link in bio) including: accommodation details, daily itineraries, descriptions of locales, and loads of photos from previous treks.

Spots are filling up quickly but a few still remain, sign up today!

05/03/2026

Give your kids an adventure they’ll never forget—sign up for youth rock climbing summer camp today!

Eight weeks of three-day sessions, starting at the end of June and running through August. Open to kids and teens ages 8-17, split into 8-12 and 13-17 age groups. The three-day program offers a progression starting with day one and advancing throughout the three days.

Kids love to rock climb, meet new friends and learn new skills. Rock climbing camp teaches kids patience, cooperation and respect for the environment.

These camps do sell out. Enroll your kids today!

Check out the direct link in our bio to find details about scheduling, age groupings, and costs. 10% discount when signing up more than one kid! Don’t hesitate to call us with any questions you may have!

05/01/2026

Get out rock climbing this spring!

Interested in outdoor rock climbing? Ready to break into lead climbing? Looking to gain experience in multi-pitch terrain? Whatever your interests or goals, IMCS guides are ready to take you there.

Visit the website or call the guide school today to book!

04/23/2026

Join our guides for a day of spring skiing in the Presidential Range!

Alpine gullies and ravines can hold onto snow late into the spring season… Let our guides lead the way to these sunny, soft springtime gems.

Call the school or visit our website today to book! (Note that spring ski days are very condition dependent–rescheduling or potential refunds available if the stars don’t align.)